TMDb/Project Hail Mary Movie Project Hail Mary, a 2026 sci-fi epic, faces a major box office challenge: it's not part of a franchise. Can this risky $200M film become a modern classic? April 3, 2026 AceShowbiz - Project Hail Mary is set to be a standout sci-fi film in 2026, boasting a hefty budget and a promising story that could make it a modern classic. Yet, despite the excitement, the movie faces significant box office hurdles as it is not based on an established franchise like Star Wars, Marvel, or DC. This unique position makes it both refreshing and risky in today's market.